Aerosol science

Aerosol science studies tiny particles or droplets suspended in the air, known as aerosols. These particles can originate from natural sources like dust, pollen, and sea spray, or human activities such as pollution, combustion, and industrial processes. Aerosols influence climate by affecting how sunlight is scattered and absorbed, impact air quality and health by carrying pollutants or bacteria, and play a role in cloud formation. Understanding aerosols helps us address environmental challenges, improve pollution control, and predict weather and climate changes more accurately.